Forklift

CareerBeacon; Shediac; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerBeacon is seeking a Forklift Operator in Scoudouc, NB for a full-time/temporary-to-hire position. The role involves operating forklifts, loading/unloading shipments, and maintaining accurate inventory with RF scanners and WMS.

The ideal candidate has forklift certification with counterbalance and stand-up experience, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment with flexible shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts in fast-paced warehouse/distribution environments.
• Familiarity with RF scanning and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Ability to perform pre-operation inspections and adhere to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial forklifts to load/unload, move, and stage pallets.
• Use RF scanners and WMS to track inventory movements accurately.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and staging zones.
• Support food safety compliance and PPE usage as required.
• Communicate with supervisors and QA on defects or irregularities.
• Cross-train in other production or inventory tasks as needed.

Skills

RF scanning

WMS systems

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Location: Scoudouc, NB

Job Type:Full time/Temp to Hire Opportunity

Shift:Mondays to Sunday (rotational weekends)7:00am-3:30pm/3:30pm-1am

Wage:$22.00/hour

Job Overview:

The ideal candidate should be a safety-focused and dependable Forklift Operator with experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment in fast-paced warehouse and distribution environments. Skilled in loading and unloading shipments, inventory management, order picking, and conducting pre-operation equipment inspections

Key Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial forklifts (e.g. counterbalance, reach trucks, stand-up) to load, unload, move, and stage pallets of raw materials, packaging, and finished products


• Use RF scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to track and record inventory movements accurately


• Ensure proper rotation of stock protocols to maintain product freshness and quality


• Maintain clean and organized work areas, including staging zones, aisles, and dock spaces


• Support food safety compliance by adhering to regulatory standards while wearing PPE if required (hairnets, safety shoes, gloves)


• Communicate promptly with supervisors and quality assurance for any product defects or process irregularities


• Assist with general warehouse tasks and cross-train in other production or inventory functions as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred


• Forklift operator certification-Must have counterbalance and Stand-up experience


• CSA Approved boots required


• Familiarity with RF scanning and WMS systems for inventory control


• Strong attention to detail, ability to work with minimal supervision, and willingness to follow SOPs and food safety practices


• Comfortable working in variable temperature areas-including cold/freezer zones-and able to lift up to 50?lbs regularly


• Flexible availability for varying shifts including early mornings, weekends, or overtime as production requires